Melanie Vanderveer

2 days ago | theblast.com | Melanie Vanderveer

The jokes are flowing online as easily as it seems Shaquille O'Neal's bathroom visit did after he sprinted off set in a rush during a live segment. The big guy apparently couldn't wait for a commercial break, because when nature calls, it calls. During a live segment of " Inside the NBA" on TNT, the 53-year-old NBA legend shocked his fellow cohosts as he got up from the desk during a conversation to rush to the bathroom. Of course, in true "Inside the NBA" fashion, the jokes started rolling in.

4 days ago | theblast.com | Melanie Vanderveer

With so many WNBA fans excited to see Paige Bueckers debut in the league, it's no surprise that her hometown is also anxiously awaiting that day. To commemorate such a big, exciting moment for the Dallas Wings rookie, Bueckers hometown of Hopkins is renaming the city for one day in honor of the UConn star. On May 16, Hopkins will be renamed Paige Bueckers, Minnesota to celebrate "Paige Bueckers Day" and the day she steps on the court for the first time as a WNBA star.

5 days ago | theblast.com | Melanie Vanderveer

Nike is honoring the late Gianna "Gigi" Bryant's upcoming birthday with a special release of the "Mambacita" Kobe sneakers. Images of the new Nike Kobe 9 EM "Mambacita" sneakers have been getting sneakerheads and fans excited ahead of their May 1, 2025, release date. The new shoes in honor of Gigi will be available for purchase on what would have been her 19th birthday.

6 days ago | theblast.com | Melanie Vanderveer

Beauty and fashion guru and social media influencer Leilani Green, known for her high-energy makeup tutorials and relatable personality, is making big moves on and off of social media. The viral TikTok content creator, highlighted in Forbes' "Top Creators: Fashion 50" list, has a collaboration with Sephora to launch a new lip stain shade named, " SHE'S THE ONE." Green took some time out of her day to walk The Blast through what a day in the life of a popular and successful influencer looks like.

1 week ago | theblast.com | Melanie Vanderveer

A never-seen-before piece of the Titanic was unveiled for the first time ever on Wednesday afternoon at TITANIC: The Artifact ExhibitionLas Vegas inside the Luxor Hotel and Casino. The artifact, a piece of essential machinery from the Titanic's engine room, offers guests a rare, intimate peek at the inner workings of the iconic ship.